Free Online Anxiety Test (GAD-7)
Take this clinically validated anxiety screening questionnaire used by NHS and healthcare professionals worldwide. Get immediate results in just 2-3 minutes.
Over the last 2 weeks, how often have you felt nervous, anxious, or on edge?
About the GAD-7 Anxiety Test
The GAD-7 (Generalised Anxiety Disorder 7-item scale) is one of the most widely used screening tools for anxiety. It was developed by Drs. Robert L. Spitzer, Janet B.W. Williams, Kurt Kroenke, and colleagues, and is used across GP practices, NHS services, and private mental health settings.
This free online anxiety test asks about seven core anxiety symptoms over the last two weeks. It is designed to help identify whether anxiety may be mild, moderate, or severe enough to deserve closer professional attention.
The GAD-7 is especially useful as a first step before booking therapy, speaking with your GP, or comparing how symptoms change over time. It is best used as a screening and tracking tool rather than a standalone answer.
Common Signs & Symptoms of Anxiety
Understanding Your Score
Your GAD-7 total gives a quick estimate of anxiety severity. Higher scores suggest symptoms are more frequent and more likely to affect daily life, sleep, work, or relationships.
Your responses suggest minimal anxiety symptoms. This is a positive indicator of good mental health in this area.
Recommended next step: Continue maintaining healthy habits like regular exercise and good sleep
Your responses suggest mild anxiety symptoms. While this level is common and manageable, it's worth monitoring.
Recommended next step: Consider learning relaxation techniques like deep breathing or meditation
Your responses suggest moderate anxiety symptoms. At this level, professional support can be very beneficial.
Recommended next step: Speaking with a mental health professional is recommended
Your responses suggest severe anxiety symptoms. It's important to seek professional support to help manage these symptoms.
Recommended next step: We strongly recommend booking an appointment with a therapist
Effective Treatments for Anxiety
Anxiety Counselling
Condition-specific support for panic, chronic worry, health anxiety, and work or relationship stress that keeps anxiety going.
Learn about anxiety treatmentCognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
CBT helps you understand the thought and behaviour patterns that fuel anxiety and teaches practical tools to break the cycle.
Learn about CBTAcceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
ACT helps you respond differently to anxious thoughts so they no longer control your decisions, routines, and sense of freedom.
Learn about ACTEMDR for Anxiety Linked to Trauma
If anxiety is tied to distressing memories or previous trauma, EMDR can help reduce the emotional charge behind those triggers.
Learn about EMDRFrequently Asked Questions About Anxiety Testing
Is this online anxiety test clinically valid?
Yes. This page uses the GAD-7, one of the best-known validated anxiety screening tools. It is widely used in primary care, the NHS, and mental health services to screen for generalised anxiety symptoms.
What does the GAD-7 measure?
The GAD-7 measures common anxiety symptoms over the last two weeks, including excessive worry, nervousness, restlessness, irritability, and fear that something awful might happen.
Can this test diagnose an anxiety disorder?
No. This is a screening tool, not a diagnosis. A qualified clinician can use your answers as a starting point, but diagnosis depends on a fuller assessment of symptoms, history, and daily functioning.
What score on the GAD-7 suggests I should get help?
A score of 10 or above is commonly treated as a sign that professional follow-up would be helpful. Even lower scores can still matter if anxiety is affecting your sleep, work, relationships, or quality of life.
What treatments work best for anxiety?
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is one of the most effective treatments for anxiety. Depending on the cause and pattern of symptoms, ACT, EMDR, mindfulness-based therapy, and medication may also help.
Should I take the anxiety test again later?
Yes. Repeating the same screening after a few weeks can help you notice whether symptoms are improving, staying the same, or getting worse. It can also be useful to bring results to therapy or a GP appointment.
When to Seek Help
If your score is in the moderate or severe range, or anxiety is affecting your sleep, concentration, relationships, or ability to work, professional support is worth considering.
If anxiety becomes overwhelming, you feel unsafe, or symptoms come with thoughts of self-harm, seek urgent help through your GP, NHS 111, or Samaritans on 116 123.
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